Susan Ambler

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

Each day, I will spend 30 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.

I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.

I will volunteer 8 hours in my community.

I will contact my energy company to find out how to sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

Within my community at home or work, I will organize or attend a local cleanup event.

I will make a few homemade cleaning products.

To reduce CO2 emissions each day, I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.

I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.

I spend 20 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.

During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.

I will spend 5 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.